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The She+ Foundation, formerly the Patty Brisben Foundation for Women's Sexual Health, is a 501(c)(3) committed to advancing women's sexual health.
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08/27/2026

Yesterday was Women’s Equality Day, a day that commemorates the certification of the 19th Amendment and also reminds us that the promise of equality has never been experienced equally by all women.

And that work didn’t end yesterday.

Equality means having the information, resources, access, and support to make informed decisions about your own body and your own health.

It means affordable, comprehensive healthcare. Being listened to and believed. Receiving care that respects your identity, circumstances, and choices.

Because your ZIP code, income, race, disability, age, gender identity, or insurance status should never determine the quality of care or information available to you.

At SHE+, we believe accurate, inclusive health information is power, and that health equity is essential to equality.

Women’s Equality Day may have been yesterday. The work continues every day.

08/24/2026

A huge THANK YOU to Liam Layton of The Plant Slant! 💜

We’re incredibly grateful for Liam’s generous donation to the She+ Foundation and for using his platform to help spread an important message: sexual health is general health.

Liam shares our passion for cutting through the noise, challenging misinformation, and making real, science-backed sexual health education easier to talk about and access.

Thank you, Liam, for supporting our mission and helping us move the conversation forward. And Liam… Patty has an open invitation waiting for you and April to join her on the podcast! 🎙️

Learn more about the She+ Foundation and our mission to advance sexual health education, research, and access.

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08/21/2026

August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), a reminder that vaccines are an important part of protecting our health at every stage of life.

Immunizations aren’t just a childhood conversation. From HPV and flu vaccines to Tdap, shingles, COVID-19, and other recommended vaccines, staying up to date can help prevent serious illness and protect the people around us, too.

This month is a good opportunity to:

• Check your vaccination records
• Ask your healthcare provider which vaccines are recommended for you
• Catch up on vaccines you may have missed
• Get your questions answered by a trusted medical professional

At SHE+ Foundation, we believe everyone deserves access to accurate, judgment-free information so they can make informed decisions about their health.

Your health. Your questions. Your choice, backed by good information.

08/19/2026

Being sexually active doesn’t mean you’ve been exposed to every type of HPV covered by the vaccine, and even a previous HPV infection doesn’t necessarily mean vaccination has nothing to offer you.

Gardasil 9 protects against nine types of HPV, including types associated with ge***al warts and several cancers. And while the vaccine can’t treat an HPV infection you already have, it can help protect against HPV types you haven’t encountered.

Because the questions you’re afraid to ask are often the ones that matter most.

Sources: CDC, FDA, ACOG.

08/17/2026

Vaccines don’t always get framed as part of sexual and reproductive healthcare, but they should.

Preventive care is about more than responding when something is wrong. It’s about having the information, resources, and access we need to protect our health before problems arise.

During National Immunization Awareness Month, we’re talking about one of the most powerful prevention tools available: vaccines.

From HPV vaccination and cervical cancer prevention to hepatitis vaccination and broader sexual health, immunization can play an important role in protecting our health today and reducing serious health risks in the future.

Prevention is healthcare. Prevention is empowerment. And everyone deserves access to both.

Read more from SHE+ about vaccines, cancer prevention, and why immunization belongs in the conversation about women’s sexual health:

https://www.sheplusfoundation.com/blog

08/13/2026

Breastfeeding is natural, but that doesn’t mean it always comes naturally.

For Breastfeeding Awareness Month, we’re breaking down some of the myths that can leave parents feeling like they’re doing something wrong when they experience challenges.

Myth: “If breastfeeding is going well, it shouldn’t hurt at all.”

Fact: “Some tenderness can happen when someone first begins breastfeeding, but persistent or significant pain can be a sign that something needs attention. A poor latch, engorgement, plugged ducts, mastitis, or breastfeeding challenges can contribute to pain. The U.S. Office on Women’s Health recommends seeking support from a healthcare provider or lactation professional when pain continues or breastfeeding is consistently uncomfortable.

At SHE+, we believe informed care includes being honest about the hard parts. You don’t have to push through pain to prove you’re doing it, “right,” and seeking support is part of taking care of yourself, too.

Every feeding journey is different. Every family deserves accurate information, compassionate care, and the freedom to make the choices that work for them.

Source: U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, Office on Women’s Health

08/10/2026

Wellness is more than bubble baths, meditation, and checking another box off your “healthy habits” list.

August is National Wellness Month, and we’re using it as a reminder that our health is interconnected.

Physical health. Mental health. Hormonal and reproductive health. Relationships. Rest. Environment. Access to care. They all matter, and they all affect one another.

But conversations about wellness also have to acknowledge that not everyone has the same access to the things that support it. Time, money, transportation, childcare, insurance, safe housing, nutritious food, and inclusive healthcare all shape our ability to care for ourselves.

Wellness shouldn’t be a privilege.

So this month, instead of asking yourself what you should be doing, try asking:

What would make me feel more supported, not just more productive?

Your wellness doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s. And your health deserves care that sees the whole you.

08/05/2026

Breastfeeding is often framed as a personal responsibility. Too rarely do we ask whether parents have the support they need to succeed.

Our latest SHE+ blog explores how breastfeeding, parental burnout, workplace policies, access to lactation support, mental health care, and paid leave are all connected—and why maternal health conversations must move beyond “breast is best” toward supporting the whole person.

At SHE+, we believe:
• Breastfeeding is one valid feeding choice.
• Formula feeding is one valid feeding choice.
• Combination feeding is one valid feeding choice.
• Parents deserve evidence-based information, autonomy, and support, not guilt or judgment.

Read the full article here: https://www.sheplusfoundation.com/blog

Healthy families begin with healthy, supported parents. That means investing in comprehensive postpartum care, mental health resources, workplace protections, and the freedom for every family to make the feeding decisions that work best for them.

08/03/2026

Every feeding journey is different, and every family deserves access to accurate information, compassionate support, and the ability to make informed decisions without judgment.

Breastfeeding has been associated with numerous health benefits for both infants and breastfeeding parents. Human milk provides ideal nutrition along with antibodies and other bioactive components that support infant immune health. For the breastfeeding parent, breastfeeding is associated with reduced risks of breast and ovarian cancers, type 2 diabetes, and hypertension. At the same time, breastfeeding isn’t possible, appropriate, or the right choice for every family, and that’s okay.

At SHE+, we believe supporting families means providing evidence-based education while honoring each person’s unique circumstances, goals, and healthcare needs.

This Breastfeeding Awareness Month, let’s replace stigma with support and myths with science.

Sources ⬇️
- American Academy of Pediatrics. (2022). Policy Statement: Breastfeeding and the Use of Human Milk. Pediatrics, 150(1), e2022057988. https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2022-057988
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2025). What to Know About Breastfeeding. https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/about/index.html
- World Health Organization. (2023). Breastfeeding. https://www.who.int/health-topics/breastfeeding

07/30/2026

Tuesday, July 28 was World Hepatitis Day.

When we think about sexual health, hepatitis isn’t always part of the conversation, but it should be.

Some forms of viral hepatitis, particularly hepatitis B, can be transmitted through sexual contact. The good news? Hepatitis A and B are preventable with safe, effective vaccines, and early testing can help connect people to treatment and reduce long-term health complications.

Protecting your sexual health means protecting your whole body, including your liver.

This World Hepatitis Day, take a moment to:
• Learn your risk.
• Ask your provider about hepatitis screening.
• Make sure you’re up to date on recommended vaccines.
• Share this information to help reduce stigma and increase awareness.

Knowledge is one of our most powerful prevention tools.

Sources: World Health Organization (WHO) & Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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